Do you ever sabatoge your own efforts? You have an idea, set a goal, we may even get working on it, then something causes you to stop or resist getting back to it.  You make excuses, you second-guess your ability, you prioritize everything BUT this, even though that initial goal is gnawing at you over and over.  What is getting in the way? Why can't you just keep going? Renee shares a self-limiting, subconscious behavior that could be stopping you from experiencing more joy, success, and your full potential. 

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-- Renee

Do you find yourself replaying conversations, second-guessing decisions, not getting started because you're still figuring out how you should do it or getting stuck in a loop of “what ifs,” you’re not alone. In this episode, Renee explores why overanalyzing is so common—especially for women with ADHD—and whether it’s helping or holding you back. Discover why you might be doing this and get simple strategies to shift from overthinking to a more relaxed, productive mind. 

If you’ve ever felt stressed by not knowing what to expect, or feel scattered when you are doing something new, this strategy to prep, practice, then perform could change everything! New situations can feel overwhelming when you have ADHD.  In this episode, Renee sharse how doing a simple “dress rehearsal” or dry run the day before—like driving the route, walking into the building, or trying on your outfit to see how it looks. Preloading the brain can ease the anxiety that can come with ADHD and helps your brain stay calm.  Leave a 5 STAR REVIEW —it helps more women with ADHD find tools that work for our brains.  Send me a DM or email if you've thought of a dress rehearsal that can work for you —I’d love to cheer you on!

Ever feel like you can't stop thinking about what you could have done, should do, what someone said, why something didn't go the way you wanted, and who knows what else?!!! It can be maddening and can drain on your mental capacity That's the kind of emotional clutter that can weigh you down. Renee will help you pinpoint how to spot emotional clutter and how to lighten that load. 

Ever catch yourself obsessing over little details, re-checking things, or feeling like everything has to be just right—and wonder, “Is this ADHD… or something else?” In this episode, Renee dives into the obsessive-compulsive behaviors that often show up in women with ADHD—and shares connections and differences between ADHD, OCD (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder), and OCPD (Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder). Learn how to manage these behaviors with self-awareness and self-compassion This one’s for you if you’ve ever thought: “Why can’t I just let this go?”

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It's probably no surprise to you that decluttering can be challenging, especially with ADHD. 

Renee lists her Top 5 Reasons that it's tough to get rid of things (and how ADHD can play a part of this). Renee also gives simple tips to help you get rid of things in your life that you don't need. Subscribe to this podcast and share it with a few friends!

Multitasking may seem like the best way get to things done, but does it really help? — In this episode, Renee explains how multitasking can be a secret to productivity, and sometimes it’s an energy drain that leaves us scattered and exhausted.  Renee also explores the pros and cons of multitasking with ADHD and shares practical tips to make it work for you.  Get Renee'sweekly insights about women with ADHD and how to work with your brain, not against it!

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Do you ever have a big idea, but can't get yourself to work on it? This is more than overwhelm - you may have a task, project or idea that is too big to begin.

In this episode, Renee shows you how to identify where it's too big and find ways to scale down  tasks so you can finally take action.

Learn practical strategies to break down your to-do’s, find your starting point, and make steady progress, and actually accomplish what you want to get done!

You want to do the thing. You’ve thought about it over and over, maybe even planned it. So… why can’t you do it?

In this episode, Renee talks about the reasons you may not be seeing that cause avoidance. If you’ve ever told yourself, “I know I should do this, but I just can’t seem to,” this one’s for you.

Renee explores:

• Why avoidance isn’t disinterest or lack of motivation

• Common mental blocks that prevent you from starting

• How to gently identify your personal roadblocks

• A simple mindset shift to help you move forward (without pressure)

This episode is all about understanding yourself—not judging yourself.

Learn what’s really going on underneath the avoidance… and take one small, doable step from there.

Thanks for listening! 

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